Support Teacher

Strong Start Early Care & Education; Wilton (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) matching

Staff childcare discount

Job summary

Strong Start Early Care & Education, located in Connecticut, is hiring dedicated support staff passionate about early childhood education. Candidates must have at least one year of experience in a daycare or early childhood setting. This full-time, in-person role offers industry-leading pay and a benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement.

Join a collaborative team in a new, state-of-the-art facility that values hands-on learning and positive behavior support. A great opportunity awaits for those looking to advance their career in early education.

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience working with young children in a daycare or early childhood setting.

Responsibilities

• Support young children's learning and growth.
• Collaborate with colleagues to create a nurturing environment.

Skills

Experience with young children

Positive behavior support

Collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Strong Start Early Care & Education, our facility is located near Stamford, Norwalk, and Danbury, Connecticut, is hiring caring and dedicated support staff to join our team.
If you love helping young children learn and grow, we’d love to meet you.

We’re looking for candidates with at least one year of experience working with young children in a daycare or early childhood setting. Many of our support staff members advance into full teacher roles, so this is a great opportunity for anyone hoping to build a long-term career in early education.

Why Work With Us

At Strong Start, you’ll be part of a warm, collaborative community in a brand new school. Our team is passionate about high-quality early childhood education and creating an environment where staff and children thrive.

Here’s what you can expect:

• A supportive, highly rated program known for excellence

• Competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package

• Opportunities for growth and professional development

• A culture that values hands-on learning, positive behavior support, and creativity

• A state-of-the-art facility with strong health and safety standards, new equipment, and an exceptional outdoor learning environment

What We Offer

• Industry-leading hourly pay for our area, plus generous merit-based raises

• Fifteen paid holidays, including the full week between Christmas and New Year

• Additional PTO

• Employer-paid health insurance

• Staff childcare discount

• Tuition assistance and reimbursement for professional development

• Retirement benefits with 401(k) matching

• A workplace that invests in high-quality materials, technology, and training

What We Value

• High-quality childhood education

• Positive behavior support

• A well-equipped environment that supports both educators and children

Position Details

• Type: Full-time, in person

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required

• Experience: Minimum of one year working with young children

• Benefits include: Health insurance, retirement plan with matching, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, employee discount, and more